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Welcome to the third issue of On Our Doorstep magazine.

Spring has sprung since the last issue!

The daffodils and crocuses are popping out, the sun has been shining and we have been able to leave the coats at home on some days!

Fingers crossed we will have a beautiful Easter and can make the most of all the Easter Egg and Bunny hunts. Our What’s On guide lists plenty of other outdoor activities you can take part in. Plus, this month we are launching the 2010 programme of Worsley Heritage Walks & Canal Cruises.

We have two fantastic competitions to win delicious handcrafted cupcakes and tickets to The Baby Show at the Birmingham NEC in May. Special features include great training tips in the lead up to charity-run season, some sound dieting advice, an article about mums setting up business and more fascinating Worsley history. Thanks again to all our contributors.

Have a great Easter!

On Our Doorstep is published by Zig Zag Ventures, an independent publisher. You can contact us by:Telephone: 0161 790 2504 Email: sales@onourdoorstep.co.uk Printed by: Tangent Print Services

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In Our Community Worsley Methodist Church The Hidden Gem

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Easter Competition Hunt the Bunnies!!

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Easter Activities Fun activities for the kids

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The Baby Show Competition Win tickets for The Baby Show

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Why Low GI Foods Aid Weight Loss Fact or Fad?

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What’s On Local events in April & May

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The Rising Trend of Mumprenuers Mums in business

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Stepping Up The Pace Countdown to the Great Manchester Run

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The contents of this magazine may not be reprinted or reproduced without the express permission of the Publisher.

Views expressed in this magazine do not necessarily reflect those of the Publisher.

Worsley Walks & Water Heritage walks and canal cruise programme 2010

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A Look Into the Past Dams, Floods & Goldfish!

When you have finished with this magazine please recycle it.

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In Our Community

Worsley Methodist Church - The Hidden Gem Worsley possess a “hidden gem” which is planning to be approachable to the community.

Worsley Methodist Church was founded in 1784 in the home of Mr. Burgess, the local miller. Services later moved to the Corn Photograph taken by Nick Harrison Mill at the bottom of Mill Brow before a chapel was opened on Barton Road in 1801.

It has remained in the same spot ever since and is the oldest Methodist Church in the area.

Many famous people have occupied the pulpit including Jabez Bunting, the Methodist leader who followed from John Wesley, and Elizabeth Fry. Two members have become Lord Mayors: one of Manchester and one of Liverpool.

The interior of the chapel retains its original charm, which is not evident from the plain and dour exterior. As you enter the main doors you enter an oasis of tranquillity and beauty. The chapel is dominated by a large polished wooden pulpit, standing high at the front. The acoustics are excellent and much superior to modern buildings. Around the whole interior is a balcony, which was initially erected in 1821. This creates a cosy, warm atmosphere. Other features are the original pitch-pine pews, which still contain the gold numbers which were used when pews were rented.

Behind the pulpit is the old organ which was built in 1871 and still has the lever attached which was used to provide the wind. There is a carved War Memorial, ornamental Cradle Rolls and even a stamp on the ceiling!

The church is not standing still and values its community links. It is strongly involved in the Worsley Festival and supports other village activities.

A flourishing Friendship Group is held every month and this success has led to two new community activities: Kurling and Tea Dances. All are welcome.

Also, why not visit the historic chapel for a Sunday Service each Sunday at 10.30am. You will be made very welcome.

Next meetings are:th th l Friendship Group - Wed 14 April & 12 May, 10-12pm th st th th l Kurling - Wed 7 & 21 April, 5 & 19 May, 1.30-4pm th th l Tea Dances - Tue 27 April & 25 May, 2-4pm For further details contact Charles Ogden 0161 7902125 4 ON OUR DOORSTEP

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Easter Competition

Hunt the Bunnies!!

We have teamed up with Oh Crumbs! Cupcakes to run a fun competition this Easter.

There are several sneaky bunnies hiding in this issue of On Our Doorstep. They are lurking in articles, features and even adverts. See how many you can find from cover to cover.

Count every bunny you see - they don’t all look the same!

Three lucky winners with the correct answer will receive:l l

1st prize: Box of 12 delicious cupcakes 2 runners up: Box of 6 fantastic cupcakes

Send your answer with your l Name l Address l Telephone number l Email address To: Easter Competition, On Our Doorstep, Media House, 4 Darwen Street, Manchester, M16 9HB. or email: competitions@onourdoorstep.co.uk (subject: “Easter”)

Closing date: 30th April, 2010

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Easter Activities Here are a some great activities to help entertain your children this Easter!

LOWRY OUTLET MALL lowryoutletmall.com 11 to 1.30pm

Blackleach Country Park Easter Bunnies will be hiding around the park. See if you can solve the clues to find them.

11 to 3.30pm

Clifton Country Park Drop-in event for all the family. Follow the bunny trail to win your prize.

12 to 2pm Wed 31st March & Thur 1st April: 11am to 4pm

Worsley Woods Have a go at hunting down the hidden eggs in Worsley Woods. Meet at Beesley Green.

Fri 2nd April: 11am to 4pm Sat 3rd April: 12pm to 4pm

Salford Community Leisure Free action packed fun for girls and boys aged 8 -16 years.

The activities include invasion games (dodge-ball etc), handball, football, kwik Cricket.

BRIDGEWATER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL, WORSLEY ROAD

Sun 4th, Tue 6th, Fri 9th, Sun 11th, Sat 17th, Sun 18th April: 11pm to 4pm Mon 5th April: 12pm, 1.30pm, 2.30m, 3.30pm

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Mon 12th - Thu 15th April, 11am-1pm & 2pm-4pm

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Fri 16th April - City Wide Sports Festival

We’ll fill your baskets with treats for free!

Young people will be selected from those attending the holiday programme

Sun 10th April: 11am to 4pm

Wed 7th & Thu 8th April: 11am to 4pm

FREE OF CHARGE For more info contact Richard Brown, Senior Sports Development Officer:Tel: 0161 778 0778 or 07858 777247 Email: richard.brown@salford.gov.uk

Salford Museum & Art Gallery Tue 6th April, 11am, 1.30pm & 2.30pm

COPY CATS! Choose a picture from the Life through the Lens exhibition and create your own version.

* Characters will be appearing at various intervals througout the day

Thu 8th & 15th April, 11am, 1.30pm & 2.30pm

PHOTO COLLAGES Taking inspiration from our Life through the Lens exhibition and using photos from the Local History Library, make a collage using craft materials and your imagination.

Tue 13th April, 11am, 1.30pm & 2.30pm

TUDOR ACTIVITIES! Crafts and activities Tudor style!

IN THE FRAME Bring in a favourite photo or draw a family picture or a self portrait. Make and decorate your own photo frame and put your photo or picture in it.

1 hr drop in sessions, no need to book, but places are limited.

All £1.00 per child

Tel: 0161 778 0800 www.salford.gov.uk/salfordmuseum

Wed 7th & 14th April, 11am, 1.30pm & 2.30pm

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IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM NORTH

Thu 1st & 8th, Mon 5th, Sun 11th April 12.15pm, 1.20pm, 2.15pm and 3.15pm

WHAT A PERFORMANCE - GO LARGE! Discover the stories behind some of the incredible objects in the Main Exhibition Space in these special performances. Meet characters from WWI, WWII and 1960s Berlin.

Sat 3rd, Tue 6th, Fri 9th April, 12pm - 3pm

OPEN STUDIO: FAMILY DROP IN - GO LARGE! Be inspired by one of the incredible large objects from the Main Exhibition Space and get creative in the Learning Studio decorating a little large object of your choice. Learn about the facts and stories behind the objects while creating a unique souvenir to take home and keep.

Thu 1st & 8th, Mon 5th, Sun 11th April, 12.30pm

TIMESTACK HANDLING SESSIONS - GO LARGE! A great opportunity to get hands-on with objects from Imperial War Museum's collection in these themed 20-minute object-handling sessions. Join a member of staff for an opportunity to discover the stories behind the artefacts.

Available daily from the Information Desk

GO LARGE! - GALLERY PACKS Pick up a multi-sensory family friendly gallery pack to help you explore the Main Exhibition Space. There are 3 different themed packs, each containing an exciting mix of resources and a trail guide with questions and exciting facts.

Sun 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th April

HOTSPOTS - CAMOUFLAGE Short craft activities exploring the colourful world of camouflage. A chance to make your own unique souvenir.

T: 0161 836 4000 E: iwmnorth@iwm.org.uk www.iwm.org.uk

THE LOWRY

The Trafford Centre Thu 1st to Fri 2nd April, 11am - 4pm

EASTER TREE CRAFT WORKSHOP Decorate your own Easter egg in front of the Orient Main Stage.

Sat 3rd April, 11am - 4pm (Bandstand)

EASTER CARDS WORKSHOP Design and create your very own Easter Card Sun 4th April, 11am - 4pm (Bandstand)

EASTER PHOTO FRAME WORKSHOP Create your very own Easter photo frame Mon 5th April, 11am - 4pm (Bandstand)

WOODEN EGG CUP WORKSHOP Decorate your own wooden egg cup Tue 6th April, 12noon, 1.30pm & 3pm

MISS STRAWBERRY JAM SHOW Full of magic and mayhem. Join in the fun at the Orient Main Stage Wed 7th April, 11am -2pm & 3pm- 4pm SPRING BADGES (Orient Main Stage)

Create your very own Spring Badges Thu 8th April, 12noon, 1.30pm & 3pm LOUBY LOU (Orient Main Stage)

Join Louby Lou and her clown show for lots of fun and giggles. Expect comedy magic, and balloon modelling.

Sat 10 April, 12pm, 1.30pm & 3pm (Bandstand)

BALLOON MODELING Guaranteed to keep all the family mesmerised!

All events are FREE Tel: 0161 749 1717/18 www.traffordcentre.co.uk/family/entertainment

Box Office: 0843 208 6000 www.thelowry.com

Mon 5th, Sat 10th, Sun 11th April Drop in 12 - 3pm (FREE)

ART ZONE: MAKING FACES Join us in the Galleries for a colourful and creative art activity, where you'll get the chance to make funny faces and amusing masks inspired by the unusual and comical characters Lowry saw on Salford's street corners.

Tue 6th - Fri 9th April 11am to 1pm

ART ZONE: MAKE YOUR OWN T-SHIRT Discover how to show off your artistic skills in this fun and creative workshop.

Enjoy designing and painting your own unique T-shirt then take it home and wear with pride! £5.00 (4.50 Salford residents)

Tel: 0161 832 2244 www.mosi.org.uk

27th March - 11th April

HEROES OF ENERGY Come along to MOSI this Easter and enjoy a range of fab activities as we explore how Manchester scientists and engineers made and used energy.

29th Mar - 9th Apr, 10.30am (20 mins)

STORYTIME Storytelling & play session for Under 5s and their carers. Rhymes, puppets and loads of fun!

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Competition

Win Tickets To The Baby Show at NEC, Birmingham in May Taking place at London's Earls Court, ExCeL and Birmingham's NEC throughout the year, The Baby Show is the biggest event in the UK dedicated to babies and pregnancy. With leading baby and parenting brands on show; offering new products and the latest developments from the baby world; appearances from a range of experts on everything from breast-feeding to nutrition for children; and a host of in-show entertainment - The Baby Show is the no. 1 destination from anyone with or expecting a child.

Each Show features thousands of must-have products for both parents and babies from the UK's leading brands such as Pampers, Mothercare and Tommee Tippee; expert advice on pregnancy, birth and parenting skills; and entertainment for all the family. Visitors to the show will enjoy a fantastic shopping experience and be able to test out the latest products for their little ones; whilst offering a fantastic opportunity to speak to expert midwives, nursery nurses and, of course, fellow mums and dads. February's Show at London ExCeL saw appearances from the likes of baby expert Miriam Stoppard, nutrition expert Annabel Karmel, breast-feeding guru Clare Byam-Cook and others taking to the stage to share their collective wisdom. May's show is set to be even better and not one to be missed!

We have teamed up with The Baby Show to offer you the chance to win a pair of tickets to the show. To enter, simply answer this question: Which nutrition expert made an appearance at the February show?

Send your answer with your name, address, telephone number and email to:The Baby Show Competition, On Our Doorstep, Media House, 4 Darwen Street, Manchester, M16 9HB. or email competitions@onourdoorstep.co.uk (subject: “The Baby Show Competition”) Closing date: 30th April

The Baby Show 2010 takes place at NEC, Birmingham (21-23 May) and London's Earls Court, London (22 - 24 October). Tickets are available now and can be ordered from www.thebabyshow.co.uk ON OUR DOORSTEP 11

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Why low GI foods aid weight loss The “GI Diet” seems to be the latest fad, replacing Atkins, The Zone and the South Beach Diet. But is it a “fad” or is it based on sound nutritional science?

WHAT IS GI? GI stands for Glycemic Index and measures the rate at which the body breaks down the sugars in carbohydrates and then absorbs that sugar into the bloodstream.

The concept was originally developed to help diabetics control their blood sugar levels, but was also discovered to benefit weight loss and cholesterol levels. It is therefore, a proven, healthy-eating based approach and far from a “fad”.

CARBOHYDRATES - GOOD OR BAD? The popularity of high-protein diets like Atkins, has given “carbs” a bad name. This is unfortunate because they are essential to a balanced diet, providing a ready source of fuel for all the body's functions and the only source that the brain can utilise.

However, not all carbohydrates are created equal. They range in type from simple sugars like glucose and fructose (fruit sugar), through starchy carbs like rice, bread and potatoes, to fibre, which can't be digested but has an important cleansing function.

They also vary in GI rating:l Food with a high GI rating will cause blood sugar (glucose) levels to rise quickly and fall quickly causing energy spikes, followed by hunger cravings and lethargy.

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Low GI foods however, release their sugar into the bloodstream much more slowly. Hunger pangs are kept at bay for longer and energy levels stay at a much steadier level.

Eating low GI foods will ultimately set you up for success towards your weight loss goals. l

WHICH FOODS HAVE HIGH OR LOW GI? GI ratings can be surprising - white rice has a high rating (so now you know why you can feel full after a Chinese meal and then hungry again an hour later!), as have cornflakes. Other high GI foods, like doughnuts and cakes are more obvious.

Some fruits are high - dates and melons, while others - the orchard fruits, citrus and berries - are low. It's easy enough to find a pocket GI book or to check online.

Here are a few more examples:High GI - Branflakes, Weetabix, white bread, french fries, parsnips, watermelon.

Low GI - porridge, muesli, beans & lentils, pasta, milk, yoghurt, peas, carrots, nuts & raisins .

Team low GI foods up with lean protein and small amounts of healthy fats and watch the pounds melt away effortlessly!

Karen Pheasant, owner of Ladies Workout Express on the Swinton/Worsley border

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What’s On APRIL TO MID-MAY Community Events COMMUNITY POLICE SURGERIES Your Neighbourhood Officers invite you to drop in and chat about any issues concerning yourself or the community.

Boothstown:Tue 6th April, 11.00am Boothstown Library Moorside:Tue 6th April, 1.30pm Tue 4th May, 1.30pm The Hollies, Moorfield Close Worsley:Fri 16th April, 10.00am Worsley Village Library Ellenbrook:Fri 16th April, 10.00am St Mary The Virgin Church Neighbourhood Police Team Tel: 0161 856 5284 INDOOR KURLING Worsley Methodist Church Hall Enjoy “New Age Kurling” in the warm. No experience necessary and it’s ideal for people with limited mobility. All are welcome, easy access for wheelchair users.

Wed 7th & 21st April, 3rd & 19th May 1.30 - 4.00pm £1.00 Charles Ogden 0161 790 2125

AGM - WORSLEY TOWNSWOMENS GUILD Worsley Court House All ladies welcome to join us.

In April, Mrs Pauline Sutherland is speaking about "Childflight".

In May we have "an evening of Oriental Delights" which includes some belly dancing!

Mon 12th April, 10th May 7.30pm Sheila Mayall Tel: 0161 799 2075 TEA DANCE Worsley Methodist Church Hall, Barton Road Tea Dances with a professional leader. Everyone welcome, from beginner to expert.

Tue 27th April 2.00 - 4.00pm £3.00 (includes refreshments) Charles Ogden 0161 790 2125 COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETING (AGM) Worsley Court House Worsley & Boothstown open meeting where local residents can influence decisions about their neighbourhoods.

Wed 26th May 2010 7.00pm Tony Walsh Tel: 0161 790 4562 SCL OVER 50’S CHOIR Beesley Green Community Cntr Join the Salford Community Leisure singers and achieve a healthier lifestyle through music. Fun and socialising is the objective. All adults welcome.

Every Thursday, 1.30pm Bridie Fitzgerald Tel: 0161 778 0543

Exhibitions LIFE THROUGH THE LENS Salford Museum & Art Gallery Snapshots of Salford's past this exhibition shows the very best photographs from the collections held at the museum and local history library. These photographs tell Salford's story from the perspective of local people. Families can enjoy the climb in camera, photographer's dark room and a shadow puppet theatre.

Feb 2010 - Jan 2011 Tel: 0161 778 0800 SHAPED BY WAR: PHOTOGRAPHS BY DON MCCULLIN Imperial War Museum North The largest ever UK exhibition about the life and work of Don McCullin, one of the world's most acclaimed photographers, to mark his 75th year. For more than 50 years, McCullin's images have shaped our awareness of modern conflict and its consequences.

6th Feb - 13th June Tel: 0161 836 4000 www.iwm.org.uk NEW WATERWAY DISPLAY CAMOUFLAGE Imperial War Museum North The Museum's first ever Camouflage exhibition includes free fun activities for all the family. Discover how to hide a fleet of battleships and find out why you would paint a jeep pink.

Families are invited to uncover the wonders of camouflage.

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Family Activities TIMESTACK HANDLING SESSIONS Imperial War Museum North A great opportunity to get hands-on with objects from Imperial War Museum's collection in these themed 20-minute object-handling sessions. Join a member of staff for an opportunity to discover the stories behind the artefacts.

Main Exhibition Space daily at 12.30pm and 3.30pm* Free *Not at 3.30pm during the Easter Holidays

TUDORS LIVE! Salford Museum & Art Gallery Tudor themed fun days on the first Sunday of every month Sun 4th April, 2nd May 2.00 - 4.00pm Free, drop in, no need to book Tel: 0161 778 0800 www.salford.gov.uk/salfordmuseum

CURIOSITY TOUR Manchester Art Gallery Find out more about the gallery in our interactive tours for families. Explore the gallery as we play games and make doodles about our favourite artworks. No artistic skill or knowledge required. Tours last an hour and are suitable for families with children aged 5+ Sat 17th April 1.00 - 2.30pm Free, drop in, no need to book Tel: 0161 235 8888 ACTIVITY AFTERNOON Salford Museum & Art Gallery Join us for an afternoon of arts and crafts activities on the last Sunday of every month.

Sun 25th April 2.00 - 4.00pm Free, drop in, no need to book Tel: 0161 778 0800 18 ON OUR DOORSTEP

FREE FAMILY SUNDAY The Lowry Discover free fun art and drama activities inspired by our current exhibitions. Check www.thelowry.com/fun for details of each month's activity.

Suitable for ages 5-11.

Sun 25th April 11:00 - 3:00pm Free Tel: 0870 787 5780 www.thelowry.com FAMILY ART CLUB Manchester Art Gallery Play games and be creative at our free family art club.

Relaxed two-hour workshop for you and your 6 - 11 yr olds.

Sat 1st May 1.00 - 3.00pm Free, limited places arrive early Tel: 0161 235 8888 www.manchestergalleries.org BALLROOM SUNDAY Lowry Theatre A fun-packed family event for newcomers and experienced enthusiasts. Come to our ballroom workshop in the morning, then a tea dance in the afternoon. These events always sell out so book early.

Suitable for ages 8yrs+ Sun 2nd May Workshop 11.00 - 12.30pm Tea Dance 1.30 - 2.30pm £6.00 Adults, £3.00 Children Tel: 0870 787 5780 www.thelowry.com/event IMAGINE WEEKEND Manchester Art Gallery Experiment and play with the material of the month. You'll be amazed at the extraordinary things you can do with ordinary stuff! Suitable for families with children any age.

Sat 8th May 12.00 - 4.00pm Free drop in, no need to book Tel: 0161 235 8888

Kids - under 5 TINY TOTS RAMBLERS Worsley Woods, meet at Beesley Green Community Ctr Free themed one-hour guided walks around Worsley Woods.

Walks are suitable for prams.

Many walks include an arts and crafts session afterwards.

Refreshments provided.

Every Wednesdays 7th Apr - Easter Trail & Stories 14th Apr - Kevin the Squirrel 21st Apr - Crown Making 28th Apr - Bear Hunt 5th May - Theme TBC 12th May - Theme TBC 11.00am - 1.00pm Julie Holden Tel: 0161 790 8219 MINI ART CLUB Manchester Art Gallery Make friends. Make noise.

Make a mess! Activities designed for children aged 5 and under and their family.

Spend quality and fun time together in a safe environment.

Fri 9th April, 14th May 10.15 & 11.30 (1 hour sessions) Free, book from a week before Tel: 0161 235 8888 TINY TOTS TALES Lowry Theatre Take your toddler on an imaginative journey of stories and songs. Join us in the Galleries for a fun and inspiring workshop especially for you and your little ones. Each month a different artwork or theme will be explored in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Suitable for ages 2.5 - 4.5yrs Fri 23rd April 10.15am £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0870 787 5780

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UNDER 5S ART - DOODLE TOTS Lowry Theatre Paint, stick, play and make in this colourful workshop designed especially for toddlers and their parents or carers.

Suitable for ages 2 - 4yrs Fri 7 May 10.00 - 10.45am 11.15 - 12.00pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0870 787 5780 UNDER 5S - FIRST STEPS A fun dance session designed to get everyone boogying!

Bring your little movers and join them in exploring their creativity through dance.

Suitable for ages 2 - 4yrs.

Fri 14th May 10.00 - 10.45am 11.00 - 11.45am £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0870 787 5780

Kids - over 5 SATURDAY PLAYHOUSE MAKE YOUR OWN ART Lowry Theatre Create an exciting work of art using a variety of art and craft ideas, from making 3D models and sculptures, to inventive drawing and painting techniques.

Suitable for ages 5-11.

Every Saturday 11.00am - 12.30pm £3.50 (£1.75 Salford residents) Tel: 0870 787 5780 HOTSPOTS: CAMOUFLAGE Imperial War Museum North Short craft activities exploring the colourful world of camouflage. A chance to make your own unique souvenir. Ideal for 5+ Every Sunday Free Tel: 0161 836 4000

ANIMALS AND WAR Imperial War Museum North Learn about the roles and experiences of animals during times of war. This interactive tour for children incorporates puppets, performance and artefacts. Ideal for ages 4-10.

Sun 4th & 18th April 2.15pm Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 BILLY'S WAR - AN EVACUATION STORY Imperial War Museum North This lively and engaging session uses a range of visual materials, sound and replica objects to tell the captivating story of a young boy from Salford who was evacuated to the countryside during the Second World War. Ideal for ages 4-10.

Sun 11th & 25th April 2.15pm Free Tel: 0161 836 4000 KINGFISHER KIDS Clifton Country Park Activities for families with children aged 5-12. Outdoor activity followed by art or craft in the visitor centre. Adults are encouraged to stay with their children and participate as much as they want to.

Sat 17th Apr 2.00 - 4.00pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219

Markets FARMERS MARKET The Mall, Eccles Shopping Ctr Homemade sausages, salami, dairy products, preserves, ostrich meat and lots more!

Sat 17th Apr & 15th May 9.00 - 2.00pm Free entry Tel: 0161 707 3058

Music & Theatre THE GRUFFALO The Lowry Following its sell-out success in the West End, The Gruffalo returns to The Lowry with songs, laughs and scary fun!

Join Mouse on an adventurous journey through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the awardwinning picture book.

Tue 6th - Thu 8th April 11.00am, 2.00pm, 4.00pm £11.00 adults, £9.00 children Tel: 0870 787 5780

THE FULL MONTY The Lowry An All Saints Musical Productions presentation.

Based on the British film, this American take follows six out-of-work steel workers who decide to bare all in an effort to make money and find some meaning in their lives.

Tue 20th - Sat 24th April 7.45pm £11.00 - £13.00 Tel: 0870 787 5780 A CHORUS LINE Lowry Theatre A Chorus Line is a must-see for anyone who loves the world of dance. This award-winning musical hit tells the story of seventeen Broadway dancers all auditioning for spots in a chorus line.

Thu 29th April - Sat 8th May 7.30pm, 2.00pm (Sat & Wed) £18.00 - £32.00 Tel: 0870 787 5780 ON OUR DOORSTEP 19

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Outdoor Activities

Wine & Dine

WORSLEY WOODS CONSERVATION MORNING Beesley Green Community Ctr Have a go at some practical conservation work. Wear old outdoor clothing. Meet the ranger outside the community centre on Beesley Green, off Greenleach Lane.

Refreshments provided.

Tue 13th April Saturday 8th May 10.00 - 12.30pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219

EASTER AT MARRIOTT WORSLEY PARK HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB Worsley Park, Marriott Hotel Enjoy a sumptuous carvery lunch with all the trimmings this Easter Sunday in The Dining Rooms. The Perfect place for a get together with the whole family. There will also be a special Easter Egg hunt and face painting for the kids!

Sun 4th April £23.00 adult, £11.50 child Tel: 0161 975 2050

CLIFTON VOLUNTEERS Clifton Country Park Conservation tasks in the country park. Why not come along and join in for some spring exercise in the fresh air.

Hot drinks will be provided.

Wed 21st April 10.00 - 12.30pm Tel: 0161 793 4219

The Barton Arms 2, Stablefold, Worsley Pub Quiz - Mon & Weds 9pm Dining:Grill night - Tuesdays Curry night - Thursdays Tel: 0161 728 6157

A SPRING SAUNTER Clifton Country Park Put a spring in your step and join the ranger for a relaxing saunter.

Sun 25th April 2.00 - 3.30pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219 SPRING BIRD WALK Blackleach Country Park Join us for a morning stroll around the park in search of Blackleach’s rich and diverse birdlife. Meet at the visitor centre.

Sat 24th April 10.00 - 12.00pm Free Tel: 0161 793 4219

The Cock Walkden Road. Worsley Pub Quiz - Thurs 9pm-11pm Tel. 0161 790 2381 The John Gilbert Worsley Brow, Worsley Live entertainment - Sats 9pm Dining:Burger night - Mondays Grill night - Tuesdays Sizzler night - Wednesdays Curry night - Thursdays Fish’n’Chips special - Fridays Sunday - Carvery Tel. 0161 703 7733 Worsley Old Hall Worsley Park, Walkden Road Pub Quiz - Tue 9pm Dining:2 Main Meals for £9 2 Desserts for £2 Mon - Fri 11.30 - 6.30pm Tel: 0161 799 2960 Details are correct at the time of publishing. However, it is adviseable to check event dates and times with the venue in case of changes.

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Talks TAKE YOUR PIC Salford Museum & Art Gallery What's your favourite photo in the Life Through The Lens exhibition? Join us in a discussion of our favourite photos and chat about the ones you like! Discussions last between 30 mins to 1hour.

Wed 28th April 2.30pm Free - limited places, booking is essential

Tel: 0161 778 0800 FREE THEMED TOURS IImperial War Museum North Activities and tours take place every day - great for those wanting an introduction to the Museum, or to find out more.

Introducing the Museum A guide to the themes, history and design of the Museum suggesting ways of navigating this fascinating building and its varied displays.

Daily 11.30am and 1.30pm Meet at the Tour Point in Foyer Building on the Past A walk-and-talk through the Museum, examining the landscape, architecture and impact of Daniel Libeskind's first UK building.

Every Mon, Wed & Fri* (12th, 14th, 16th, 19th, 21st, 23rd, 26th, 28th, 30th) April 2.30pm Meet at the Tour Point in Foyer *Except 2nd, 5th, 7th and 9th April.

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The Rising Trend of Mumpreneurs Mumpreneurs are a growing force in the UK economy.

Mothers are increasingly fed up with jobs that don’t allow them to spend enough time with their children.

So instead, they are starting their own businesses.

THE KEY DRIVERS Most parents know, it isn't easy finding jobs that fit in with family life. Part time jobs are rare and flexible working is often not that “flexible”. For professional women, it is extremely rare to find either, and as a result many are forced to take career breaks or move down the career ladder to spend more time with their family. This is seldom a satisfying solution, so many mums are choosing to set up their own business.

FAMOUS MUMPRENEURS Baby Loves Disco is a well-known Manchester-based business which was started at home. Naomi Timperly, mum of 2, brought BLD over from the States in 2007.

She discovered it when scanning the internet for kids activities. The first event was launched in 2008 and has now branched out to seven cities across Britain.

Other famous companies set up from home include Babylicious and The White Company.

A recent BT survey showed that one in ten mums aspire to have their own business and nearly 15% had already started their own business. The three most popular reasons for wanting to set up a business were; more flexible hours, achieving a better balance between work and family life and being their own boss.

THE CHALLENGES OF SETTING UP AT HOME Juggling a new business, children, the house and the rest of your life isn’t easy. The distinction between these different facets become very blurred. Keeping up with all of them is impossible and it feels like you aren't doing any very well, especially if you are a sleep deprived mum. At least when you are employed by someone else you can drop the kids off, concentrate on work during the day, perhaps do personal admin in your lunch break, then come home, tend to the children and tackle housework.

TOP BUSINESSES FOR MUMS So what businesses are mums are setting up? The range is wide - mums either build on their skills and experience as parents, set up alone in their existing profession, retrain or just adapt their skills to build an entirely new business.

Research by Yellow Pages found the most popular businesses being started at home as:l l l

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Childminding Providing Baby Goods & Services Freelancing/Consultancy based businesses Marketing & Advertising, Accounting & Book Keeping, Graphic Designing, Internet Web Design, Tutoring, Party Planning and Wedding Organisers Beauty Therapy, Complementary Therapy, Mobile Hairdressing.

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Working for yourself and having flexible hours gives you more time for the children but can also mean frequently working late into the night. So where to do you find time for housework? To keep on top of the basics you will need to set specific time aside, as being at home doesn't automatically mean it will be easier to find the time to do it.

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Other challenges include school holidays and when the children are ill.

Unless you have great family support, work may have to be temporarily suspended. It’s particularly hard if your children are very young and need your undivided attention.

They have little sympathy for you trying to make calls or send emails. It becomes a sport for them to race you to the phone and roar “HELLO” down the receiver and then they will do anything to keep your attention!

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Surveys have found other major problems faced by Mumpreneurs include struggling to make quality time for their partner and enjoying any “me-time”.

Most importantly you have more quality time with your children without the added stress created by trying to get to the office in time and tackling the rush hour traffic every day. You can be there for your children when they are ill and have fun during the holidays. They grow up fast and its important not to miss out. You don't have to be there 24/7 for them but it is good to have some choice.

It gets easier to manage these things with time, especially with a supportive partner.

There is plenty of advice available - books and websites written specifically for mums in business.

A FEW HELPFUL TIPS l Learn to separate family and work time.

Not doing so leads to added stress. Allow yourself a night off or restrict your working times. You need to switch off and spend time with your partner. l Seek help from friends or family for support or business advice. There are plenty of organisations offering business guidance too. l Be realistic about what you can achieve and allow some flexibility in your schedule for uncontrollable events such as your kids being ill. Remember you are doing several roles, and not just working. l Set yourself up for success by setting out smaller targets that will get you on the next rung of the ladder towards your ultimate goal.

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Write down your joblist for the next day before you go to bed. Your brain processes it overnight and studies have shown you work more effectively the next day.

Try not to worry about the things you don't do. Remember what you have done.

IS IT WORTH IT? Setting up and running your own business will give you a huge sense of satisfaction.

You will meet interesting people along the way and learn about things you never would have touched on before. You are your own boss, responsible for your own destiny and can see a direct result of what you are doing. Most Mumpreneurs are earning the same, if not more, than they were prior to having children.

Useful books:Kitchen Table Tycoon: How to Make It Work as a Mother and an Entrepreneur

by Anita Naik Family Friendly Working: Inspiring Ideas for Making Money When You Have Kids

by Antonia Chitty Supermummy: The Ultimate Mumpreneur's Guide to Online Business Success

by Mel McGee Websites:www.familyfriendlyworking.co.uk www.motivatingmum.co.uk www.mumsclub.co.uk Are you a local Mumpreneur? If you would like to share your experiences and handy tips, drop us an email at sales@onourdoorstep.co.uk ON OUR DOORSTEP 23

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Mums in Business Alli Price set up Motivating Mum to provide support and expert advice for business mums.

Motivating Mum holds events which include:l Businessmums Networking Lunches - a chance to be inspired by amazing mumpreneurs, like Laura Tenison of Jo Jo Maman Bebe over a two-course meal whilst meeting like-minded mums. l Brainstorm in a Teacup - sessions to work on your own business, bringing together six mums over a coffee, solving each others challenges and problems and supporting each other in succeeding.

These are currently held around South London, but Alli is really keen to expand around the UK so all mums can benefit from the support, inspiration and education received at these events.

If you are a gregarious, organised, motivated mum perhaps you could become the first Associate to host Networking Lunches & Brainstorming sessions in the North.

For more information call Alli on 0208 946 6868 or email alli@motivatingmum.co.uk www.motivatingmum.co.uk

How to... launch a graphics design business

Local mum Michelle tells us how Colourwheel Creative was born I was constantly looking at the cost of personalised invitations and cards, and thinking “I can do that” – and for a lot less than the sites I had researched; and as a qualified graphic designer I was producing leaflets and flyers on day-to-day-basis for business, and knew the industry inside out… why wasn’t I doing this for myself?

Suddenly I turned a corner in my life, when my daughter started school I was left with time on my hands… In a whirlwind of about 2 months I had contacted Citizens Advice about the best way of setting up a business and they put me in touch with Salford Hundred Venture. After an introductory session, a one-to-one and an Aspire course, Colourwheel Creative – my very own graphic design business venture was born!

Aspire not only gave me the information on all areas of business that I needed, but gave me the support and confidence to believe that actually, yes, I can do this! I came joint second in the Aspire competition which gave me the finance to create a website which is a key tool to my business; along with the printing of some support literature.

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It’s countdown to the Bupa Great Manchester 10k run, and charity run season is looming! It’s time to step up your training plan.

Not a day goes by when you don't pass ardent men and women pounding the leafy roads of Worsley & Roe Green. Year on year, many local residents avidly sign up and train for charity runs such as the Great Manchester run, or Cancer Research Race for Life events. Whether your challenge is a casual 5k jog or a more serious 10k race, here is some great training advice from Personal Fitness Trainer, Lisa Foley.

THE TRAINING PLAN Follow a well-rounded training program that incorporates speed, long runs, and adequate recovery. Firstly, start increasing your mileage. Once you have established your natural running pace, you can introduce some additional training methods to improve performance:Intervals - run fast paced laps with short rest periods. For example, on a 400m circuit complete 6-8 laps with 1 minute recovery between each. l Fartlek (speed play) - this incorporates bursts of speed ie. during a two-mile run, include a half mile jog, then double your speed for three minutes, jog a little more, then run hard for one minute, and repeat. l Hills - Find a hilly run and complete repetitions on inclines, with jogging or walking recoveries. l

Running... I do plenty of it! Training with clients means I run every day.

I’m taking part in the Manchester 10k run again with 15 clients.

Last year I finished 23rd female, after the elite runners!

I am always encouraging clients to partake in events, and am also taking part with a large number of my clients in Manchester Urbanathlon (www.urbanathlon.co.uk) in July this year.

Hopefully, I will be running the Berlin Marathon in September too!

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Review training plans on Runners World or Cancer Research websites. However, use them as examples rather than rigid schedules. Be flexible and listen to your body.

MINIMISING OVER-TRAINING

AND INJURY

Adding speed workouts into an established regime can result in over-training and risk injury, so ensure the following:l l l l l l

Mileage increases do not exceed 10% a week Decrease mileage when increasing intensity Never increase mileage and intensity together Alternate easy training days with harder training days Use cross-training (different exercise) for relative rest on easy days Incorporate rest days

Footwear- don't be inclined to dust off your old trainers and start pounding the roads. Trainers are one aspect you should never scrimp on. Use reputable running shops where your running technique can be assessed and the correct footwear recommended for you.

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HELPFUL TIPS Aside from the actual training techniques, here are a few tips to increase your performance and motivation:Support - seek the support of a personal trainer who can guide you. Alternatively, join a running group or find a running buddy.

This makes training much more fun and motivating.

Practice - run the distance to know how your body responds and what your pace is. Practice it beforehand so there are no surprises.

Preparation - increase your carbohydrate intake 2-3 days before the event; it ensures your glycogen stores are full and improves race performance. Get at least 8 hours sleep per night in the run-up to the event.

Hydration - research shows that there is 10% decrease in performance and work capacity for every 1% loss of body fluids.

So stay hydrated!

Pacing - it's easy to get carried away with the crowd and find you burn out half way around the course. Take it steady.

Charity - if it's not enough to run with thousands in one of Britain's most vibrant events then make it extra special by supporting a charity of your choice.

For more training advice and list of events around the UK, take a look at:p www.bupa.co.uk/running p www.raceforlife.org/Health-and-training.aspx p www.runnersworld.co.uk p running.cancerresearchuk.org/events

Local Charity Runs Perhaps you could inspire yourself to take part in an event this year, or sponsor someone else who is?

Bupa Great Manchester Run - 10k Sun 16th May

Race for Life events:Leigh - 5k Sun 16th May Pennington Flash, Leigh.

Bolton - 5k Sun 4th July Leverhulme Park, Bolton.

Heaton Park Sat 10th July - 10k Sun 11th July - 5k Heaton Park, Prestwich.

Or, if you prefer to walk St Ann’s Hospice Manchester Midnight Walk - 10k Fri July 2nd Manchester City Centre www.manchestermidnightwalk. org.uk ON OUR DOORSTEP 27

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Coming next issue...

New Classifieds Ads section This section is purely for local residents to place small adverts such as:l small items for sale l holiday cottages / apts for rent l wanted items l announcements Advert Size: 6.3cm(w) x 4.5cm(h) Rate: £20 per issue Content: 1 small photo & approx 30 words.

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Worsley Walks & Water Here are some great ways to discover more about Worsley’s history - a unique programme of heritage walks & canal cruises.

heritage walks

On these guided walks around Worsley, you will uncover stories, learn fascinating facts and explore unique historic sites.

Saturday 1 May A taste of Worsley Discover Worsley and learn how the Bridgewater Canal fuelled the Industrial Revolution. l Sunday 13 June Roe Green and Beesley Green A walk around Roe Green - the original Worsley village uncovering the Co-operative Movement, sporting legends, coal mining and ghostly happenings. l Sunday 25 July Boothstown An early evening exploration of Boothstown, home to ground-breaking botanist Joseph Evans, mining and cotton spinning. Over 18s only - walk includes local pubs. l Sunday 22 August A village of engineering giants Walk around Monton and follow in the footsteps of the great industrialists and discover more about the world’s first passenger railway. l

Walks are suitable for all ages and are on even ground, however they are unsuitable for wheelchair users or pushchairs.

Adults £2.00, under 15’s FREE

canal cruises

Canal cruises offer an ideal way to discover Worsley’s historic waterways, including the Bridgewater Canal and Manchester Ship Canal.

Monday 3 May Worsley - Boothstown circular Relax with a leisurely bank holiday cruise. Enjoy historic Worsley Village and Boothstown Marina with a fascinating commentary along the way (approx 1 hour). l Sunday 13 June Worsley - Boothstown circular Relax with a leisurely Sunday cruise. Another chance to enjoy historic Worsley Village and Boothstown Marina. l Sunday 11 July Worsley - Astley Green colliery museum circular Sail along to Astley and discover Astley Green colliery museum and site. Explore the colliery site for one hour before returning (approx 3 hours). l Sunday 15 August Worsley - Barton Aqueduct circular Journey along the Bridgewater Canal and over Barton Aqueduct (approx 2 hours). l

Cruises depart at 2.00pm from the moorings near the hump-backed bridge, opposite The Bridgewater Hotel, Barton Road, Worsley.

Adults £3.00, under 15’s £2.00

There are more walks & cruises running to the end of the year. For full details, or to book tickets call:-

Salford Tourist Information Centre - 0161 848 8601

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A Look Into The Past

Dams, Floods and Goldfish...

Old Warke Dam was built in the middle of the 19th Century as a private boating and fishing lake for the first Earl of Ellesmere.

What events have passed here in our lifetime?

We all know the Old Warke Dam in Worsley Woods, but how many today remember that once there were TWO dams?

Way back in 1950 when I was a lad of ten, one of my favourite fishing spots was “the little dam”, which was situated directly beneath the retaining wall of the the Old Warke. Almost perfectly square and about 50m per side, it was a crystal clear pool that seethed with life. It swarmed with “Jacksharps” (local name for Sticklebacks), had a healthy population of newts and every form of water “bug” imaginable. Whilst the Jacksharps were the quarry of kid's nets, adult fishermen were after roach and perch and the greatest prize of all, a single giant goldfish.

This latter celebrated inhabitant of the dam had evidently lived there for many years and feasted well on its abundant weed growth, to have attained a size more associated with present day Koi carp. It had grown to at least a foot in length. Every kind of bait must have been tried to capture it, but I never saw anyone succeed. If anyone did then they surely returned it to the water, for it remained there until disaster struck and the entire water body vanished forever. Exactly when and why this occurred I cannot say.

From memory it must have been 1951 or 1952.

Around the same time, an attempt was made to dredge the silt from the Old Warke Dam and this may have weakened the dam wall.

Or perhaps it was a weakness in the wall itself which caused a partial breach.

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Whatever the circumstances, the result was to unleash a large portion of the retained water of the dam through the breach, down the steep slope of the embankment and into the little dam. It must have been something like a Tsunami and, of course, the pool beneath could not contain it. It overflowed in turn and, as its bed filled with the expelled silt from the Warke Dam, its own water joined the flood and poured into the woodland below its own small embankment. The liberated waters made their way to Worsley Brook - the spillway tunnel being bypassed - and dissipated under the cover of darkness.

The evidence for the event was however, all too apparent the following days when I visited the area - and for several years after.

Debris of the Flood

Though the Warke Dam embankment was swiftly repaired and strengthened, the scene beneath it was a wasteland. What once was a pristine pool had become a desert of stinking black silt, filling the former basin to the brim and level with the path into the woods.

The flood had carried everything before it.

All but the stoutest trees had been felled and covered by the silt. Drainage rivulets were blocked, creating the basis of the permanent swamp which is now the ecology of this area.

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The silt, abundant water and the rotted debris of the flood, created extravagant fertility and this wetland, which flanks Worsley Brook downstream of its tunnel outlet from the Old Warke Dam, is much prized by naturalists for its wealth of quite rare plants.

The actual site of the lost pool soon grew a thicket of willows, bullrushes, mace, reeds and, eventually, small trees to colonise the black silt Site of the former dam expanse. However, to this day, it is still a saturated place that readily becomes mud.

Its outline can easily be traced from any of the three raised banks and its embankment walk still shows a line of stones marking the former shoreline.

The goldfish and its other piscatorial friends? I like to think of them enjoying riding the surf of the flood and eventually settling to life in Worsley Brook further downstream, perhaps even reaching the Ship Canal and the Mersey.

Written by John Kirwin Writers note: In the last issue the “Roman Wall” was referred to as possibly the remains of the “Granary”.

Thanks to a knowledgeable reader I can confirm it is in fact the remains of the Lime Kilns, which adjoined the Granary.

Volunteering in our Community Home-Start is a charity that offers support, friendship and practical help to parents with young children in local communities throughout the UK. VOLUNTEERS Home-Start Salford are looking to recruit more volunteers to support families living in Little Hulton, Worsley, Walkden, Ellenbrook and Boothstown. Our next volunteer preparation course starts w/c 3rd May, 2010. If you are a parent, or have substantial parenting experience, and would like to help other parents who might be struggling to cope, please contact us.

VOLUNTEER TRUSTEES We are also on the look out for trustees to join our Board, in particular those who have experience as 'Chair'. The kind of skills that are in demand are business or personnel management, fundraising, IT and communications. But you don't need special qualifications to be a special Trustee - common sense, an ability to work as part of a team, an understanding of the pressures facing parents today and a genuine interest in supporting parents in your community are just as important to us.

Volunteers on our June 2009 Preparation Course

FAMILIES If you are a family with a child under the age of 5 and live in either Little Hulton, Walkden, Worsley, Ellenbrook or Boothstown and you are finding it hard to cope, we have parent volunteers who understand what you are going through and can support you in your own home. We offer a free and confidential service. Please contact us for further information.

If you are interested in volunteering or accessing our services, please contact us:Tel: 0161 703 7577 or email: homestartsalford@btconnect.com www.homestartsalford.org.uk ON OUR DOORSTEP 33

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Community Information Useful contact numbers Safety Police - general enquiries Neighbourhood Policing Team

0161 872 5050 0161 856 5284

Salford City Council Main Switchboard Environment (ie. refuse) Highways (ie. street lighting)

0161 794 4711 0161 909 6500 0161 909 6505

Community Centres & Function Rooms Beesley Green Community Centre Worsley Court House Swinton Surestart Centre

0161 790 6124 0161 737 6277 0161 778 0750

Libraries Worsley Village Swinton Walkden Boothstown

0161 0161 0161 0161

Healthcare The Sides Medical Centre Tims & Parker Chemists (The Sides)

0161 799 8750 0161 794 1971

Sports & Leisure Fit City Worsley Pool

0161 790 2084

794 921 909 799

8750 2360 6518 6549

Photograph of St Marks Church taken by Nick Harrison

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